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FIS (NYSE: FIS) announced a comprehensive assessment of its strategy and operations led by incoming CEO Stephanie L. Ferris. This review aims to enhance shareholder value, optimize revenue generation, and improve client services. The FIS Board approved the appointment of Mark A. Ernst as a new independent director, aligning with their commitment to strengthen governance. The company is prioritizing the assessment without a set deadline and will disclose developments as necessary. Discussions with stakeholders like the D. E. Shaw group and JANA Partners indicate a collaborative approach towards strategic optimization.

SheerID has partnered with Worldpay, a division of FIS, allowing merchants to offer segmented discounts to specific consumer groups, including students and military personnel. This collaboration aims to enhance sales through targeted marketing strategies, leveraging SheerID's digital verification capabilities. Merchants can expect higher conversion rates, with verified offers reportedly generating three times the typical conversion of standard campaigns and achieving a return on ad spend of over 20:1. This dynamic partnership is poised to significantly benefit Worldpay's merchants.

FIS hosted its annual Demo Day on November 16, showcasing ten growth-stage fintech companies as part of the FIS Fintech Accelerator Program. Neural Payments won the Demo Day Award for its innovative embedded payments solution, enhancing peer-to-peer transactions for banks. The event aimed to connect startups with investors and industry experts, highlighting advancements in various fintech technologies.

The next Virtual Demo Day is scheduled for December 7, allowing broader participation and engagement.

FIS has expanded its InnovateIN48 fintech competition to early-stage fintech startups in the APAC region, marking a significant move for the program. This year's event attracted nearly 200 companies from 11 markets, including India, Singapore, and Australia, emphasizing themes of Data Innovation, Digital Assets, and AI in Fintech. The competition aims to foster innovation and support startups in developing market-ready solutions. Finalists received recognition and potential opportunities to collaborate with FIS.

Alegeus has expanded its executive leadership team by appointing Roy Luria as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, and Dan Brames as Chief Payments Officer. Luria brings 25 years of experience in legal support and corporate governance, notably serving at Cybereason and Mavenir. Brames, with a similar tenure in financial services, previously held leadership roles at FIS. These appointments aim to enhance Alegeus' capabilities in legal compliance and payments, thereby supporting its growth strategy in the evolving healthcare payment solutions market.

FIS, a global leader in financial services technology, will present at the Citi 2022 Fintech Conference on November 15, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. (EST). The live audio webcast and replay will be available on investor.fisglobal.com. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, FIS provides technology solutions for financial institutions and businesses globally, enhancing the way the world pays, banks, and invests. The company is a member of the Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 indexes.

FIS has partnered with the Jacksonville Jaguars to enhance the fan experience at TIAA Bank Field through advanced payment technology. As the exclusive payment processor, FIS has installed 600 point of sale terminals for fast transactions on game day. Fans can now quickly buy tickets, merchandise, and food without missing out on the action. This initiative reflects FIS's commitment to innovation in Jacksonville, coinciding with its new global headquarters nearby.

FIS reported a 3% revenue increase year-over-year, totaling $3.6 billion, with a diluted EPS of $0.41 for Q3 2022. Adjusted EPS rose 1% to $1.74, while adjusted net earnings fell 1% to $1.1 billion. The company returned $1.3 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. Despite challenges from macroeconomic conditions, FIS announced an Enterprise Transformation Program aiming for $500 million in cost savings. With a leadership transition set for January 2023, expectations for Q4 and full-year guidance were slightly adjusted due to market uncertainties.

FIS has released a study indicating that Millennials in the U.S. are more inclined to adopt new financial technologies than Gen Z, particularly in embedded finance experiences. Key findings reveal that 55% of Millennials and 48% of Gen Zs are likely to purchase via social media in the next year. Additionally, 32% of Millennials are likely to use neobanks, outpacing Gen Zs at 22%. The report underscores a growing trend where younger generations favor loyalty apps over traditional methods, signaling significant market potential for businesses embedding financial services within social platforms.